Espresso Martini Mocktail (Virgin Espresso Martini)
This recipe for an espresso martini mocktail, or a virgin espresso martini, is the perfect stand-in when you’d rather not have alcohol but you still want to have a fun and fancy drink.
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Equipment
- 1 coupe glass
- 1 espresso machine
Ingredients
- 2 ounces espresso
- 2 ounces water
- 1 ounce simple syrup
- dash vanilla extract optional
- 1 ounce milk or cream of choice optional
Instructions
- Brew one double shot of espresso according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Set it aside to cool slightly.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Slowly pour in the cooled espresso.
- Pour in 3 ounces of filtered water.
- Pour in 1 ounce of simple syrup to the cocktail shaker.
- Add a dash of vanilla extract, if using.
- Add in the 1 ounce of milk or cream of your choice, if using.
- Seal and shake the cocktail shaker vigorously for 30-60 seconds. A stronger shake will give you a stronger foam.
- Strain the mocktail into a coupe glass, or other glass with at least a 6 - 7 ounce capacity.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
If you are strictly avoiding alcohol, or serving these drinks to someone who is, make sure to use a brand of vanilla extract that is noted as being alcohol-free.
Nutrition
Calories: 98kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 38mgPotassium: 126mgSugar: 22gVitamin A: 46IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 41mgIron: 1mg
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Keyword: espresso, espresso martini, mocktail